Description
A refreshing drink that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the aromatic flavor of basil and the tartness of lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the strawberries, basil leaves, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- In a large pitcher, combine the strawberry-basil mixture with the lemon juice and water. Stir well.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more sugar if desired.
- Serve over ice and garnish with additional basil leaves and strawberry slices.
Notes
- For a less sweet version, reduce the amount of sugar.
- This drink can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Try adding sparkling water for a fizzy twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Strawberry Basil Lemonade, refreshing drink, summer beverage